That he did not have a signature weapon like Mr Federer’s deadly serve, Mr Nadal’s bruising topspin, or Mr Djokovic’s physics-defying backhand meant that his style was more of an acquired taste.

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Combining speed, resourcefulness, and intensity with superior tactical intelligence, Mr Murray held his own with his rivals, even on their preferred surfaces. He is the only player to have defeated Mr Federer in a grass-court final, Mr Djokovic in a hard-court final and Mr Nadal in a clay court final.

She has the trophy after a 6-2, 6-4 victory — an extraordinary achievement for a 20-year-old playing in her first Grand Slam final in what felt like a road game from the start. Cheers for Williams reverberated under the closed roof in Arthur Ashe Stadium, the biggest showplace in the sport.